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Coaches and consultants trained in the systems-psychodynamic approach recognise the value of a space in which they can reflect on their work, learn from experience and continue to develop their practice. Supervision is increasingly recognised by clients, professional bodies and organisations as an important part of ethical practice and continuing professional development.

What is systems psychodynamic supervision?

Systems-psychodynamic supervision is a relationship for learning and growth in which coaches and consultants think about their work with leaders, teams and organisations, and the unconscious dynamics that shape it. Drawing on the Tavistock tradition, supervision encourages curiosity about organisations as living systems, helping practitioners think about what may be happening beneath the surface and within the systems they are working with.

If you are looking for support in your organisational role, rather than supervision of your coaching or consultancy practice, explore our Leadership Coaching and Role Consultancy service.

Our approach

Our supervision brings curiosity, reflection, support and challenge to practitioners’ work. Together, we explore transference and countertransference, authority, role and group dynamics, and what may be happening within and between people, groups and organisations.

Whether you are an experienced consultant or new to systems-psychodynamic practice, supervision provides an opportunity to deepen your understanding, develop your practice and make thoughtful interventions in your work.

The time to explore matters, the sensitivity and challenge from the supervisor. The model used and also the understanding the supervisor had in terms of the political and pressured landscape worked in.

Who is this for?

Our supervision is designed for coaches and consultants who want a dedicated space to reflect on their work and continue developing their practice whether working independently or within an organisation.

We work with:

Many who seek supervision with us are alumni of Tavistock programmes, while others come from a range of coaching and consultancy backgrounds and want to deepen their systems-psychodynamic practice.

How it works

Supervision begins with an enquiry conversation to understand your practice, professional context and what you are looking for. Together, we identify the supervisor best suited to your needs and agree a focus and rhythm of sessions.

Sessions are typically one-to-one and can take place online or in person. The work is confidential and shaped around you and your practice.

Supervision may focus on:

Enhanced my wellbeing at work. There’s a lot of vicarious and actual trauma related to my work and the supervision helped me cope with that..

Who You Could Work With?

Supervision is delivered by experienced systems-psychodynamic consultants, coaches and supervisors, with expertise across organisational consultancy, executive coaching and leadership development.

Many of our supervisors are faculty members on our Masters in Consulting and Leading in Organisations, , Professional Doctorate programmes and EMCC-accredited Executive Coaching Programme bringing together substantial consulting, coaching and teaching experience.

We will work with you to identify the supervisor whose experience and approach best fit your practice.

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Charlotte Williams, Director
EMCC Senior Practitioner and BACP Senior Accredited, Tavistock-trained in the systems-psychodynamic approach. Coaches NHS chief executives, executive directors and boards, with particular depth in leading at board level under scrutiny. Works bilingually in Welsh and English. Read Charlottes profile

David Sibley, Organisational Consultant

EMCC Senior Practitioner, accredited BACP counsellor and supervisor, and a graduate of the Tavistock Masters. Coaches leaders on sustaining purpose and authority through pressure and change, with a particular interest in identity, difference and the future of work.

Read David’s profile.

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Impact

Our clients tell us that the depth and quality of our supervision has had a lasting impact on their practice. Common areas of impact include:

Depth. Our conversations felt like travelling through streams that were allowing for grief and acceptance that brought me to some resting spots.

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Whatever challenge, opportunity or development you’re facing, an enquiry call offers a chance to pause, reflect, and think it through together, without any obligation or pressure.

When you contact us, a member of our team will either address your enquiry directly (if you’re just looking for information) or let you know that a consultant will be in touch to arrange an initial online conversation.

If your enquiry is more urgent, please feel free to contact us on 020 8938 2475.

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